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“Science fiction” and “indie” don’t go together in the minds of many moviegoers … or in the minds of many filmmakers, either. Which is probably why there’s a relative dearth of non-Hollywood-produced SF films. When “sci-fi” means “big-budget,” as it usually does, that eliminates the small filmmaker from the equation. But that doesn’t have to … more…

Working on a tight schedule presented challenges of its own. Katleman says he’s pleased with the finished film, but “I’ll be honest, I would tweak everything more,” he says.

Watched the news lately? Your local 11 o’clock broadcast, a national cable network, whatever. Watched it? Did you learn more about Paris Hilton’s legal woes and which team made the playoffs than about real issues that impact you as an American, as a citizen of planet Earth, as a human being? Disgusting, isn’t it? Real … more…

I think it’s safe to say that no one has ever expected the classic ’70s sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati to get a DVD release, no matter how fans have been yammering for it. This series has been the poster child for an issue that has been dogging home video since the beginning. See, music rights … more…

Two delicious postmodern takes on the decadent French monarchy.

Okay, we’re done with all the sentimental crap now, and it’s time to get realistic: Santa didn’t bring you everything you wanted for Christmas, did he? And you were so good all year. So now it’s up to you to satisfy your DVD jones yourself. Don’t be embarrassed — we all need to take care … more…

The mockumentary is alive and well on DVD, even if Christopher Guest has abandoned it.

If you’re dreading the spectacle of the family — yeah, all of them, including crazy Uncle Steve and those kids of your cousin whose names you can never remember — gathered round the table for Thanksgiving dinner later this week, then you need to psych yourself up with a quick viewing of Home for the … more…

If you’re feeling miserable about the state of America at the moment, and you’re looking for some relief by renting or buying a DVD or two, then by all means, do avoid these movies.